Purportedly AI-Generated Video of Tigers at Barasat Madrasa in West Bengal Reportedly Causes Panic and Student Absenteeism

July 30, 2025

A video, allegedly created using AI tools by a teacher, circulated on Facebook, showing tigers roaming the campus of Ula Kalsara Qadria High Madrasa in Barasat, West Bengal. The video reportedly led to panic among parents and students, resulting in a decrease in attendance.

The madrasa issued a show-cause notice to the teacher, who claimed the video was intended as an awareness exercise. This incident underscores the importance of safe and secure AI practices and highlights the need for responsible governance of such technologies.

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